Cambodian Skills Delivery Model

SEAL National Course Catalogue · MLVT / National Training Board

Sector Frameworks

1,164

Qualifications

15,161

Competency Units

10,938

Elements

41,782

Learning Outcomes

2,822

Assessment Packages

Plant trees and shrubs

KHU-AGR-0628

Australian Equivalent

AHCPGD207

Elements

Learning Outcomes

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to manually plant trees and shrubs and other containerised and bare-rooted plants, including preparing, inspecting and planting trees and shrubs and completing planting work. The unit applies to individuals who plant trees and shrubs under general supervision with limited autonomy or accountability. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Elements & Learning Outcomes

E1Prepare for planting operations

0628.E1.O1Confirm tree and shrub planting activities with supervisor

0628.E1.O2Identify workplace health and safety hazards, assess risks and report to supervisor

0628.E1.O3Prepare and use tools and equipment according to supervisor instructions

0628.E1.O4Select, fit and use personal protective equipment (PPE) applicable to the task

0628.E1.O5Mark out site as directed

0628.E1.O6Control competing plants as required

E2Prepare trees and shrubs for planting

0628.E2.O1Water trees and shrubs prior to planting where appropriate

0628.E2.O2Confirm root ball is damp

0628.E2.O3Remove trees and shrubs from containers

E3Inspect plants and report problems

0628.E3.O1Inspect plant and root ball condition

0628.E3.O2Report dry, water repellent and loose root balls

0628.E3.O3Report the presence of symptoms of pests or disease

0628.E3.O4Apply root treatments as directed

E4Install trees, shrubs and/or other plants

0628.E4.O1Excavate planting holes

0628.E4.O2Apply soil treatments and amendments according to supervisor instructions

0628.E4.O3Place plants in prepared hole

0628.E4.O4Back-fill planting hole and consolidate soil

0628.E4.O5Water plants to eliminate air pockets and prevent dehydration

0628.E4.O6Install plant protection, stakes and ties as directed

0628.E4.O7Apply mulch as directed

E5Complete work

0628.E5.O1Dispose of or recycle soil and waste material from site

0628.E5.O2Clean, maintain and store materials, tools and equipment

0628.E5.O3Report work outcomes and malfunctions, faults, wear or damage of tools to supervisor